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This story originally reported by Erin Haynes of The 19thand republishing via Rewire News Grouphis collaboration with the 19th News Network. Leah Daughtry was 6 years old when she first met the Rev. Jesse Jackson at a boycott of a local grocery store that refused to hire black workers. Her father was a prominent civil rights activist and church leader long active in politics, and Jackson became a member of the Daughtry family home and church in Brooklyn. Later, when Daughtry was a student at Dartmouth College, Jackson introduced her to presidential politics when he recruited her to mobilize young…

A single exposure to a toxic fungicide during pregnancy can increase the risk of disease for 20 subsequent generations – with inherited health problems worsening many generations after exposure. Those are the findings of a new University of Washington study in rats that expands understanding of how long the transgenerational effects of toxic exposure can last, as they are transmitted through changes in reproductive cells. The study, published this week in Proceedings of the National Academy of Scienceswas written by WSU biologist Michael Skinner, who has been studying this “epigenetic transgenerational inheritance” of disease for two decades. The research has…

A recent federal proposal would limit student loan borrowing for certain advanced degrees, including nursing, by redefining which programs qualify as “professional” degrees. If finalized, the change could significantly reduce access to federal loan support for students pursuing advanced nursing credentials. At first glance, this may sound like a technical budget adjustment. In fact, it is a workforce policy. It is a stock policy. And it’s a black women’s health policy. Black women are overrepresented in nursing and other health service professions. These careers are not just jobs. They are pillars of our health system and lifelines in our communities.…

When we talk about aging skin, most people think of wrinkles. But for melanin-rich skin, Loss of elasticity often appears first, long before deep lines appear. The skin may begin to: Look less stable Feel looser or thinner Loses bounce after cleaning You look tired, relaxed or less sculpted This is not just about age.It’s about what’s going on beneath the surface — and what your skin has been exposed to over time. After 7 years of clinical research in tropical environmentsRecognized XCAPE by Edith Delight weak elasticity as one of the four most common and overlooked issues affecting melanin-rich…

On September 9, 2025the SRHM hosted a thought-provoking webinar on the launch of the open access book Female Genital Mutilation in Africa: Politics of Criminalizationcurated by Satang Nabaneh, Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Dayton Center for Human Rights and affiliated faculty at the University of Pretoria Center for Human Rights. Introduced by Eszter KismödiCEO of SRHM, the event brought together contributing authors to reflect on the complex and evolving debates surrounding FGM in Africa, particularly the role and limits of criminalisation. The discussion highlighted that while more than 25 African countries have enacted laws against…

If you’ve ever looked closely at IVF statistics, one number may strike you as particularly puzzling: Even when doctors transfer a chromosomally normal embryo, the kind most likely to succeed, a live birth happens only half of the time. Sometimes implantation occurs but results in miscarriage. In many other cases, the embryo never implants at all. For years, fertility science has focused heavily on embryo quality. And it’s understandable – the genetics of embryos matter. But what if we only asked half the question? A new study by researchers at Rutgers Health and Michigan State University, published in JCI Insightsuggests…

Let’s discuss the safety and effectiveness of various weight loss methods, ranging from Botox and corsets to siphons and tapes. A moderately obese person act Moderately vigorous physical activity such as cycling or brisk walking would burn about 350 calories per hour, but most drinks, snacks and other processed junk are consumed at a rate of about 70 calories (293 kJ) per minute. So it only takes five minutes to erase an entire hour of exercise. Enter the AspireAssist siphon assembly. It is a percutaneous gastrostomy device, ie surgeons section a hole in a person’s stomach and a fistula tunnel…

For adults with asthma, using fans, air purifiers, or other ventilation and exhaust systems—especially in kitchens and bathrooms—is one of the best ways to reduce the risk of flare-ups at home. That’s the key finding of a large, statewide study of how home environments affect adults with asthma in Texas. “Most studies of this type focus on children, but because most cases of asthma in the US involve adults, we looked at them and their indoor environment.” Alexander Obeng, a doctoral student at Texas A&M University School of Public Health and lead author of the study He added that Texas…

Dr. Lindsey Fauveau, a board-certified breast surgical oncologist at Women’s Hospital, helps untangle the overwhelming web of digital information available to those researching their cancer diagnosis. With more than a decade of experience caring for breast cancer patients, Dr. Fauvo shares expert insights on how to avoid the digital rabbit holes that can create confusion rather than clarity. Why do I feel the need to search for information about cancer even before my diagnosis is confirmed? The whole process of determining whether or not you have cancer can be stressful for many people. “In the case of breast cancer, you’re…

THE his tragic passing Dawson’s Creek Actor James Van Der Beek on February 11, 2026has refocused attention on colon cancer. Long thought to be a disease that affects the elderly, Van Der Beek’s death has raised questions about how vulnerable today’s young people are to the risks of colon cancer. Here’s what everyone should know. Catching something early can help you avoid serious health problems down the road. What is colon cancer? Colorectal cancer is a general term that describes cancers of the colon and rectum, which are part of the large intestine. Individual cancers are treated differently. Cancers can…